Judge — October 22, 1927 — page 12: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# Analysis This cartoon satirizes high-society pretension through Mrs. Van Pottesly-Potts, a wealthy socialite who hosts a party exclusively for celebrities to ensure its success. The joke depicts the ironic "ghastly little error" that results: the celebrity guests behave chaotically—fighting, arguing, and causing general mayhem in her home. The satire mocks two targets: the snobbish assumption that inviting famous people automatically creates a "delightful affair," and the implication that celebrities, despite their status, are actually unruly and poorly-behaved guests. The cartoon suggests that social success requires more than prestigious names—it needs compatible personalities. The title indicates this is part two of a series about embarrassing social mistakes.